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16/09/2026

The kind of comfort food that makes a simple dinner feel incredibly satisfying… 🌶️🔥

Rich and deeply spiced ground beef simmered with fennel, carrots, chili, tomatoes, black beans and sweet corn. Served with fluffy rice, creamy sour cream and fresh guacamole for the perfect balance of heat, richness and freshness.

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Ingredients

• 400g ground beef
• 1 fennel bulb
• 1 onion
• 1 carrot
• 2 chili peppers
• 2 garlic cloves
• 1 tbsp paprika
• 2 tbsp cumin
• 3 tsp cayenne pepper
• 1 cinnamon stick
• 3 tbsp sugar
• 1 can black beans in spicy sauce
• 1 can tomatoes in juice
• 4 tbsp sweet corn
• Olive oil
• Salt & freshly cracked black pepper

To serve:

• Rice
• Sour cream
• Guacamole

Instructions

• Finely chop the onion, fennel, carrot and chili. If you want it extra spicy, keep the chili seeds in.

• Heat a generous drizzle of olive oil in a large pan. Add the onion and fennel and sauté until the vegetables are soft and the onion becomes translucent.

• Add the carrot and chili and cook until the carrot starts to soften.

• Add the ground beef and immediately break it up really well with a spatula, making sure the meat stays nicely separated.

• Cook until all the liquid has evaporated and the beef starts to develop a golden crust.

• Add the paprika, cumin, cayenne pepper, cinnamon stick, sugar and finely chopped garlic. Cook for another 2–3 minutes, allowing the spices to become fragrant.

• Add the tomatoes with their juice, black beans with the sauce and sweet corn.

• Reduce the heat to low and simmer for about 10 minutes, allowing all the flavours to come together.

• Serve hot over fluffy rice with a generous spoonful of sour cream and guacamole.

The kind of homemade chili that is rich, spicy, comforting and packed with flavour. 🌶️🔥🤍

09/09/2026

The kind of crispy prawns that make a simple appetizer feel like something straight from your favorite seafood restaurant… 🦐🌶️🍋
Juicy king prawns coated in a crispy, spiced coating, fried until perfectly golden, then tossed in warm olive oil infused with chili and fresh lemon. Crispy, spicy, zesty and seriously addictive.

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Ingredients

For the prawns:
• King prawns, peeled
• 1 tbsp dried garlic
• 1 tbsp corn starch
• 1 tbsp sweet paprika
• 1 egg

For the coating:
• 5 tbsp flour
• 1 tbsp corn flour

For the chili lemon sauce:
• Olive oil
• Chili flakes
• ½ lemon, sliced into rings
• Juice of ½ lemon

Instructions

• Peel the king prawns and add the dried garlic, corn starch, sweet paprika and egg
• Mix everything really well until the prawns are evenly coated
• In a separate bowl, mix the flour and corn flour
• Coat each prawn generously in the flour mixture
• Heat the oil well and fry the prawns until golden, crispy and cooked through

For the chili lemon sauce:

• Add a generous drizzle of olive oil to a pan
• Add the chili flakes and lemon slices
• Squeeze in the juice from the remaining half of the lemon
• Gently heat for a couple of minutes, allowing the lemon and chili to infuse the oil with all their flavour
• Add the crispy prawns and toss everything together until beautifully coated

Serve immediately while the prawns are hot and crispy. 🦐🍋🌶️

The perfect appetizer when you want something quick, crispy and ridiculously delicious. 😌🔥

07/09/2026

The kind of Turkish kebab that makes a simple dinner feel like a feast… 🌯🔥
Juicy spiced beef wrapped in soft tortillas, baked until golden, then served over creamy garlic yogurt and finished with warm paprika butter. Rich, smoky and ridiculously good.

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Ingredients

For the kebab:
• 500g ground beef
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 1 small bunch fresh coriander, finely chopped
• 1 tbsp tomato paste
• 1 tsp sweet paprika
• Salt & freshly cracked black pepper
• 3–4 tortillas
• Grated cheese — for topping
• Olive oil

For the garlic yogurt:
• 1 head of garlic
• Olive oil
• 250g Greek yogurt
• Fresh coriander, finely chopped
• Salt

For the paprika butter:
• 50g butter
• 1 tsp ground paprika

Instructions

• Finely chop the onion and coriander and add to the ground beef
• Add the tomato paste, paprika, salt and black pepper, then mix everything really well
• Spread a thin, even layer of the meat mixture over each tortilla
• Roll tightly into a log and cut into smaller pieces
• Thread the pieces onto skewers and place on a baking tray
• Sprinkle with grated cheese and drizzle generously with olive oil
• Bake at 200°C until golden brown and the meat is cooked through

For the garlic yogurt:

• Cut the top off the garlic head and drizzle with olive oil
• Wrap in foil and bake at 200°C for about 20 minutes, until soft and golden
• Squeeze the roasted garlic into the yogurt and mix with fresh coriander and a little salt

To finish:

• Melt the butter in a small pan and stir in the ground paprika
• Spread the garlic yogurt generously over a serving plate
• Arrange the hot Beyti kebab on top
• Drizzle generously with the warm paprika butter

The kind of dish that tastes like your favorite Turkish restaurant — but somehow even better at home. 😌🔥🤍

04/09/2026

The ultimate comfort breakfast with a little Eastern European twist… 🥞🤍

Golden on the outside, soft and creamy in the middle, with that delicious cottage cheese flavor. Served warm with sour cream and your favorite jam — simple, cozy and packed with protein.

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Ingredients

• 500g cottage cheese
• 1 egg
• 3 tbsp flour
• 3 tbsp sugar
• 1 tsp vanilla
• Extra flour — for shaping
• Oil — for frying

Instructions

• Mash the cottage cheese really well until smooth
• Add the egg and mix again until fully combined
• Add the sugar and mix well
• Add the flour and vanilla, then mix until you have a soft, slightly sticky mixture
• Dust a board generously with flour
• Take about 1 tbsp of the mixture and roll it into a ball between your hands
• Roll each ball in flour and place on the floured board
• Using a glass, gently press and shape each one into a thick round patty
• Heat a little oil in a pan over medium heat
• Fry the syrniki until golden brown on both sides and cooked through
• Serve warm with sour cream and your favorite jam 🍓🤍

A simple, delicious and protein-packed breakfast that never gets old. 🥞✨

02/09/2026

The easiest way to make baked figs with Camembert… 🍯✨

Juicy fresh figs stuffed with creamy Camembert, crunchy pistachios and golden honey. Warm, gooey and sweet with the perfect salty crunch — the easiest appetizer for any occasion.

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Ingredients

• Fresh figs
• Camembert cheese
• Pistachios, roughly chopped
• Honey

Instructions

• Cut a cross into the top of each fig, being careful not to cut all the way through
• Gently open the figs and place a small piece of Camembert in the centre
• Drizzle with honey and sprinkle with chopped pistachios
• Bake at 180°C for 7 minutes, until the Camembert is beautifully melted
• Drizzle with a little more honey before serving

The kind of appetizer that looks fancy but takes almost no effort. 😌🍯🤍

20/08/2026

The easiest way to turn a few simple ingredients into the perfect 15-minute dinner… 🍅🧀✨

Crispy golden puff pastry topped with melted mozzarella, juicy tomatoes, Parmesan and oregano, finished with fresh basil and a drizzle of basil oil. The easiest dinner or appetizer when you want something delicious without the effort.

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Ingredients

• 1 sheet puff pastry
• 200g pizza mozzarella, grated
• 2–3 juicy tomatoes, thinly sliced
• Parmesan, freshly grated
• 1 egg yolk, for brushing
• Dried oregano
• Fresh basil, for serving
• Basil-infused olive oil, optional
• Salt & freshly cracked black pepper

Instructions

• Place the puff pastry on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper
• Lightly score a border around the edges and prick the centre all over with a fork
• Brush the edges generously with egg yolk
• Sprinkle the grated mozzarella evenly over the pastry
• Arrange the tomato slices on top
• Season with oregano, salt and freshly cracked black pepper
• Finish with a generous layer of freshly grated Parmesan
• Bake at 200°C until the pastry is puffed and golden and the cheese is beautifully melted and bubbling
• Finish with fresh basil and, if you like, a drizzle of basil-infused olive oil
• Slice and serve hot

The kind of 15-minute recipe that makes a quick dinner feel like something straight out of an Italian café. 😌🍅🧀

19/08/2026

The easiest summer appetizer with just four ingredients… 🍈✨

Sweet, juicy melon wrapped in salty Jamón, finished with golden honey and crunchy pistachios. The perfect balance of sweet, salty and creamy — and ready in minutes.

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Ingredients

• ½ ripe melon
• 100g Jamón Serrano
• Honey
• A handful of pistachios, finely chopped

Instructions

• Cut the melon into thick half-moon slices
• Wrap each slice generously with Jamón Serrano
• Arrange on a serving plate
• Drizzle generously with honey
• Finish with finely chopped pistachios scattered over the top
• Serve immediately

The kind of appetizer that tastes like summer on a plate. 😌🍈🤍

14/08/2026

This is the kind of salmon you’ll never buy from the store again 😌✨

Silky, buttery salmon with just a handful of ingredients. Perfect for breakfast croissants, bagels, sandwiches or a beautiful brunch board.

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Ingredients:
• 300g fresh salmon
• 2 tsp salt
• 1 tsp sugar
• Zest of ½ lemon

Instructions:

• Mix the salt, sugar and lemon zest
• Rub the mixture all over the salmon
• Place in a container, cover and refrigerate for 12 hours
• Remove the salmon, rinse well and pat completely dry with paper towels
• Slice thinly and serve

I always freeze fresh salmon for 3 days before curing to reduce the risk of parasites.

Serving ideas:

🥐 Croissant + cream cheese + cured salmon + rocket + honey mustard drizzle

✨ Salmon board with cream cheese, capers and thinly sliced red onion

Simple, elegant and so much better than store-bought.

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13/08/2026

This eggplant salad is anything but boring… 🍆🔥

Crispy golden aubergine, juicy sweet tomatoes, fresh coriander and a sweet-tangy Asian dressing that brings everything together.

It’s crunchy, juicy, savoury, slightly sweet and ridiculously addictive. The kind of side dish that quietly steals the whole dinner. 😌

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For the salad:
• 2 aubergines — cut into large chunks
• Potato starch — for coating
• Sweet cherry tomatoes
• Fresh coriander
• Vegetable oil — for frying

For the Asian dressing:
• Juice of 1 orange
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp raspberry jam
• 4 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tsp fruit vinegar (balsamic-style)
• Sesame seeds

Or make it even easier and use your favourite store-bought sweet & sour Asian sauce.

Instructions:

• Cut the aubergines into large chunks, season with salt and coat generously in potato starch
• Heat a generous amount of vegetable oil in a deep pan and fry the aubergine in batches over high heat until deeply golden and crispy
• Mix all the dressing ingredients until well combined
• Arrange the warm crispy aubergine on a plate
• Add sweet tomatoes and plenty of fresh coriander
• Drizzle generously with the dressing and finish with sesame seeds

Crispy. Juicy. Sweet. Tangy. And absolutely not your average salad. 🍆🥢

SAVE IT — you’ll want this one on repeat. 📌

08/08/2026

The only chessboard where every move is delicious. 🤍♟️

Creamy feta, juicy blackberries, fragrant thyme, and a generous drizzle of extra virgin olive oil. Sweet, salty, fresh, and beautifully simple—an appetizer that looks elegant enough for guests but takes just minutes to make.

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Ingredients
• 200g feta cheese, cut into cubes
• Fresh blackberries
• Fresh thyme
• Extra virgin olive oil
• Freshly cracked black pepper (optional)
• Honey (optional, for a touch of sweetness)

Instructions
• Cut the feta into evenly sized cubes.
• Arrange the feta and blackberries in a checkerboard pattern.
• Scatter fresh thyme over the top.
• Drizzle generously with extra virgin olive oil.
• Finish with black pepper or a drizzle of honey if you like.
• Serve with toasted sourdough, crackers, or enjoy it just as it is.

Every bite is the perfect balance of creamy, sweet, salty, and fresh. Sometimes the simplest recipes make the biggest impression. 🤍♟️

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